Åbo Akademi University

ABOUT

Åbo Akademi University is a Swedish language university in Finland offering study in various faculties. It is one of its kind in certain ways, like it is the only Swedish-language University outside Sweden. It offers studies in four faculties, but the Swedish language is a must for you at Åbo Akademi University.

As the only Swedish uni-lingual multi-faculty institution in the world outside Sweden and accordingly only one in Finland, this University is responsible for higher education for a large part of the Swedish-Speaking population. Åbo Akademi University’s this role has many implications for research and education as well as for the social environment.

Very few students are Finnish speakers who have passed the Swedish language entry test at the University. Turku, being a bilingual city, Åbo Akademi University provides a strong Swedish environment on campus. Most students, regardless of their original language, are functionally bilingual when they graduate from the University.

At Åbo Akademi University, there are 4 academic faculties.

  • Arts, Psychology and Theology
  • Welfare and Education Studies
  • Engineering and Science
  • Social Sciences, Economics and Business

STUDENTS

This University is home to over 5,000 students. These students are both Finnish nationals and international. The students at Åbo Akademi University are Swedish speaking, and it is a must for students to pass the language test to get into the University. The University provides an environment where even Finnish-speaking students distinguish themselves as bilingual at the end of their degree. This institute also focuses on the health and well-being of students as well; it ensures that students have a healthy and satisfactory life on campus because you can have better chances to achieve goals and focus on studies when you are mentally relaxed.

 

Student life in Finland revolves around activities organized and arranged by student associations and unions. At Åbo Akademi University, many student societies and associations exist. They arrange programs such as movie nights, sports events, parties, movie nights, skiing trips and concerts. Within the University’s Student Union, there are about 80 student societies and clubs. ISTU ry  is a student union for international students at the University.

ACCOMMODATION

The University offers no on-campus accommodation. So, you are left with the off-campus residence. There are various private organizations to facilitate you in finding accommodations, but you should apply as soon as possible.

RANKING

Following are the global rankings of Åbo Akademi University.

  • By Q.S. World Ranking, Åbo Akademi University ranks 601-650.
  • According to Times Higher Education Ranking, Åbo Akademi University ranks 601-800.
  • U.S. News and World Report rank Åbo Akademi University at 947.

LOCATE

Åbo Akademi University
Tuomiokirkontori 3, 20500 Turku, Finland

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